1. Which of the following statements about the process of wound healing are true? A The inflammatory

1. Which of the following statements about the process of wound healing are true? A The inflammatory phase begins 2–3 days after the injury. B The proliferative phase lasts from 3 days to 3 weeks following the injury. C The remodelling phase involves fibroblast activity and production of collagen and ground substance. D Fibroblasts require vitamin C to produce collagen. E The white cells stick to the damaged endothelium and release adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and cytokines. 2. Which of the following statements are true? A Healing by primary intention results in minimum inflammation and the best scar. B Granulation, contraction and epithelialisation are seen in healing by secondary intention. C Tertiary intention involves immediate closure of the wound. D A crushed and contaminated wound is best suited for healing by primary intention. E Primary repair of all structures should be attempted in an untidy wound. ? Management of wounds